Housekeeper

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

RRSPs

Flexible work options

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Ottawa is seeking a dedicated Facilities Cleaner to provide a clean, safe environment at the Ottawa Booth Centre and Anchorage Programs. You will handle routine cleaning, restocking, and safety procedures to support residents and staff.

Key requirements include 1–3 years of housekeeping experience, High School Diploma or equivalent, and WHMIS/Nonskid CSA safety apparel. Bilingual English/French is an asset. Weekend shifts are required and health/dental benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years recent housekeeping experience preferably with an organization that works with the marginalized population.
• Bilingual (English and French) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensures general upkeep of The Ottawa Booth Centre such as common areas, resident’s rooms, cleaning floors, washrooms, windows, dusting, vacuuming, collecting and disposal of garbage.
• Checking, cleaning, moving, arranging and dusting furniture as required.
• Restocks washroom supplies and distributes received material as required.
• Follow proper universal precautions while performing duties.
• Follow hazardous materials procedures.
• Aiding in the prevention of the spread of bedbugs.
• Required to show courtesy to clients and all those on the property of the Ottawa Booth Centre.

Skills

WHMIS training

Nonskid CSA

Safety shoes

Bilingual English-French

Background checks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial cleaning equipment

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Position Purpose summary: To provide a clean and safe environment at the Ottawa Booth Centre and Anchorage Programs.

Accountabilities

• Ensures general upkeep of The Ottawa Booth Centre such as common areas, resident’s rooms, cleaning floors, washrooms, windows, dusting, vacuuming, collecting and disposal of garbage
• Checking, cleaning, moving, arranging and dusting furniture as required
• Restocks washroom supplies and distributes received material as required
• Follow proper universal precautions while performing duties
• Follow hazardous materials procedures
• Performs other duties as per assigned for each area of our property
• Aiding in the prevention of the spread of bedbugs
• Required to show courtesy to clients and all those on the property of the Ottawa Booth Centre

Health and Safety

Adheres to all health and safety policies and procedures in place; complies with all instructions from the employer concerning health and safety as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WSIB Ensures all procedures, rules and guidelines for the safety and security of clients and staff are enforced and respected

Physical Effort

operate industrial cleaning equipment and tools mop and sweep (repetitive motions) bend and twist occasionally carry out step-ladder work lift more than 20 pounds with assistance

Critical Relationship Management

Governance Boards and Councils: None Internal: internal staff External: None

Managerial/Technical Leadership

Responsibility: Coordinator of Facilities

Financial and Materials Management

None

Working Conditions

May deal with angry and abusive clients May encounter verbal abuse

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

1 to 3 years recent housekeeping experience preferably with an organization that works with the marginalized population

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below)

Current WHMIS training Nonskid CSA approved Safety shoes are required Bilingual (English and French) is an asset Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion

Shift Hours of Work

Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8am to 4:30pm

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $20.31 to $20.31 with a maximum of $20.31. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.